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Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister’s meeting with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met H.E. Mr. Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka, Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji on 22 May 2023 in Port Moresby, on the sidelines of the 3rd Summit of the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation . This was the first meeting between the two leaders. Prime Minister recalled that FIPIC had been launched during his visit to Fiji in November 2014, and noted the deepening of India's cooperation with Pacific Island Countries  since then.
Both leaders reviewed the close and multifaceted development partnership between the two countries and expressed satisfaction at the progress in key sectors including capacity building, health care, climate action, renewable energy, agriculture, education and information technology. The two leaders also exchanged views on regional developments and agreed to deepen cooperation in multilateral fora. On behalf of the Fijian President, H.E. Mr. Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere, Prime Minister Rabuka bestowed Prime Minister Modi with the highest honor of the Republic of Fiji - the Companion of the Order of Fiji . Prime Minister Modi thanked the Government and the people of Fiji for this honour and dedicated it to the people of India and to the generations of Fiji-Indian community, who have played a key role in the special and enduring bond between the two countries.
President's Secretariat
President’s Milad-un-Nabi Greetings
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind in his message on the eve of Milad-un-Nabi has said: -
“On the auspicious occasion of Milad-un-Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad , I extend my good wishes to all fellow citizens, especially to my Muslim brothers and sisters.
Let us learn and get inspired from life of Prophet Muhammad and work for the well being of all by spreading his message of universal brotherhood and compassion”.
President's Message in Hindi
Ministry of Communications
India Post releases Special Postal Cover dedicated to Migrant Workers
Mumbai, 13 May 2020
India Post, Mumbai today paid tribute to migrant workers, by releasing a Special Postal Cover dedicated to them at the Bicentennial Hall of the historic Mumbai GPO building.
The highlight of the event was that, five migrant workers from different sectors were called upon to release the Special Cover in the presence of the Chief Postmaster General, Maharashtra and Goa State, Shri Harish Chandra Agrawal and Postmaster General, Mumbai Region, Ms Swati Pandey. There were two workers from the construction sector, a taxi driver, a jewelry craftsman and a tailor, who is stitching masks for the India Post.
The event took place at a time when, migrant workers, stuck in different parts of the country following the nationwide lockdown, were making efforts to go back to their home states.
Chief Postmaster General Harish Chandra Agrawal, said that India Post wanted to acknowledge the contribution of natives of other states in building Mumbai. “They are an integral part of the cityscape, and what better time to recognise their effort than the present,” he said.
“These migrant workers belonging to remotest parts of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar or West Bengal, have been immensely contributing to building the city of Mumbai, by making the lives of Mumbaikars smooth and seamless. The Special Cover is an attempt to keep their struggles and contributions recorded in the history of India” said PMG Swati Pandey.
Eminent philatelist Sandeep Murjani distributed groceries to the migrant workers present during the release. The event was conducted by strictly observing all social distancing norms.PIB Mum /RT/DL/DR
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President wishes nation on the eve of Ugadi, Gudi Padava, Chaitra Sukladi, Sajibu Cheiraoba, Navreh and Cheti Chand
Calls upon the people to adopt a hygienic way of life and support government in fighting COVID-19
The Vice President of India, Shri M Venkaiah Naidu has wished the people on the eve of Ugadi, Gudi Padava, Chaitra Sukladi, Sajibu Cheiraoba, Navreh and Cheti Chand which mark the beginning of a new year in different parts of India. On this occasion, he called upon the people to adopt a hygienic way of life and support the government in combating the Coronavirus.
Referring to the ancient Indian values of ‘share and care’, Shri Naidu hoped that everyone will do whatever it takes to alleviate human suffering and hardship by providing support to those who need it.
Following is the full text of the message -
“I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of ‘Ugadi, Gudi Padava, Chaitra Sukladi, Sajibu Cheiraoba, Navreh and Cheti Chand’.
These festivals, celebrated with much zeal around the country, herald the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year. It is a joyous festival signifying growth and prosperity.
As we rejoice and hope that these festivals bring better health and greater happiness in our lives, we should recognize that we are currently battling an unprecedented global health challenge. We have to take adequate precautions to stay safe. I appeal to the people to celebrate these festivals within their homes and avoid large gatherings. Let us give our complete and unconditional support to our government and our healthcare professionals in the war against COVID- 19. Let us adopt a hygienic way of life. If we maintain social distancing and follow medical advice, we can certainly win our collective fight against this deadly virus in the near future.
Share and care is the core of Indian philosophy. Today when most parts of the country are under lockdown to control the spread of COVID- 19, I hope each one of us will do whatever it takes to alleviate human suffering and hardship by providing support to those who need it.
As this is a time for new beginnings and new hope, let us be positive and constructive and strive collectively to secure a bright future for this nation and the world. May these festivals bring health, peace, harmony, prosperity and happiness in our lives.”
Prime Minister's Office
IPS Probationers of 2018 batch call on PM
126 IPS probationers of 2018 batch called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi today.
Interacting with the probationers, Prime Minister enthused the young officers to work tirelessly with dedication for the betterment of our nation.
Prime Minister asked the officers to imbibe service orientation and dedication in their day to day work. He stressed on the importance for the police force to be connected with ordinary citizens. He said that each officer should understand citizen’s perspective about the police force and work towards making the police force citizen friendly and approachable.
In an interactive session with the IPS Probationers, Prime Minister said that the role of police should be focussed on crime prevention. He highlighted the importance of technology in creating a modern police force.
Prime Minister also discussed about the role of police in transforming aspirational districts and as instruments of social change. He lauded the large number of women probationers in the 2018 batch. More number of women in police force will have a huge positive impact in policing as well as nation building, PM added.
Wishing the officers a bright future, Prime Minister asked the officers to believe in themselves. He added that self-confidence and inherent strength along with the official training will equip the officers to deal with day to day challenges.
Ministry of Coal
The Minister of Coal, Mines and Parliamentary Affairs, Shri Pralhad Joshi visits opencast and underground mines of ECL
The Minister of Coal, Mines and Parliamentary Affairs, Shri Pralhad Joshi stressed on achieving the 50 MT annual coal production target of ECL during 2022-23, and directed to increase the coal production and dispatch to meet the energy requirement of the country.
On the second day of two-day visit to Eastern Coalfields Limited today, Shri Pralhad Joshi visited the View Point of Sonepur Bazari opencast Project under Sonepur Bazari Area of ECL. He was accompanied by Shri M. Nagaraju, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Government of India. During this time, the Minister inspected the entire project from the View Point, as well as held a review meeting of the project with the officials and gave necessary instructions.
The Minister of Coal also inaugurated a 12.0 MTY, SILO and CHP in Sonepur Bazari area, which will help to increase the coal loading capacity of the company as well as will also help to control environmental pollution caused by coal production and dispatch.
After this, Shri Pralhad Joshi reached the underground coal mine,Jhanjhara Project under Jhanjhara Area, and inspected the Jhanjhara Project underground coal mine, which is about 225 meters deep from the land, its annual coal production capacity is 3.5 MT.
Shri Pralhad Joshi is the first Coal Minister who went inside the Underground Mine of Jhanjhara Project, which is the most coal producing underground mine of India. The Minister inspected the coal mine and encouraged the coal workers and officials.
Shri Joshi also dedicated the Jhanjhara Expansion Project , underground coal mine to the Nation. After this, the Minister of Coal planted saplings in the courtyard of Jhanjhara Project.
Shri Pramod Agarwal, Chairman, Coal India Limited, Shri A.P. Panda, CMD, ECL, Shri J.P. Gupta, Director , Md. Anzar Alam, Director , Smt. Ahuti Swain Director , Shri Mukesh Kumar Mishra, Chief Vigilance Officer, General Managers, Head of Department, officers from ECL Headquarter, General Managers of various Areas of ECL, officers, Union officials were present.
Prime Minister's Office
PM meets Shri LK Advani to greet him on his birthday
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has met Shri L K Advani to greet him on his birthday.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Went to Advani Ji’s residence and wished him on his birthday. His contribution to India’s growth is monumental. He is respected all across India for his vision and intellect. His role in building and strengthening the BJP is unparalleled. I pray for his long and healthy life."
Ministry of Finance
Invitation for Expression of Interest for Selection of Technology Partner to Conduct Computer Based Examination on All India Basis
National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics  intends to select a Technology Partner  through open tender process, to provide technical and infrastructural support to NACIN in conducting Computer Based Examinations. The “Request for Proposal ” dated 10.7.2018, inviting bids latest by 14.8.2018 12:00 hours, can be downloaded from Central Public Procurement portal https://eprocure.gov.in.
Ministry of Science & Technology
S&T can address challenges like urbanization, health, agriculture and environment by taking them up locally: Secretary DSIR at WIGH
Science and Technology  can address challenges like urbanization, health, agriculture and environment by taking them up locally at the field level, Secretary DSIR and Director General, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, Professor Prof. Shekhar C. Mande said at a lecture.
Speaking at the Prof. S. P. Nautiyal Memorial Lecture on ‘Contemporary Challenges that Science and Technology must address’ the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology, Dehradun, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science & Technology, he said that S&T can play an important role in the development of any country, a provision enshrined in the constitution of India and can tackle various issues like waste management, energy and mobility.
“We have to provide honourable living in terms of drinking water, medical facilities, education and so on to the rural areas to stop the migration and this can be achieved by the advancement of the S&T”, Professor Mande pointed out at the online lecture organized to mark celebrations for the foundation day  of WIHG. Professor Mande delivered the lecture from WADIA institute.
He added that development in S&T is required for the prediction of future pandemics and the anthropogenic effect on the environment needs to be taken care of. “We all are aware about the benefits of the prediction of cyclone and therefore we have to move towards prediction to minimize the hazard of different natural calamities. It is a huge responsibility of the present generation to make the future secure. We can provide the safe and healthy future to the next generation by taking the right step in the right direction” Professor Mande stressed. He also paid a visit to the museum and various labs of WIHG.
Dr.KalachandSain, Director, WIHG highlighted the work carried out by WIHG in the last one year at the programme which was attended by several senior scientists.
Glimpses from the webinar and Museum visit.
Special Service and Features
Main points from the speech of the Union Minister for Home Affairs at the inauguration and foundation laying of various development projects in Puducherry on April 24, 2022
Union Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah today inaugurated and laid foundation stones of various development projects in Puducherry through the virtual medium.
Puducherry is the holy land of great saints, scholars, poets and revolutionaries who made significant contributions in various fields.
It is the place where the great Tamil poet Subramaniam Bharathi and the incomparable revolutionary and great philosopher Sri Aurobindo, made their contributions.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has promised to make Puducherry on of the the best during the Assembly elections and I assure you that before the next elections this will definitely happen.
A Franco-Tamil village will be set up in Puducherry to attract heritage tourism, and work at three old warehouses has begun today to establish exhibition facilities under the Swadesh Darshan scheme
Reconstruction of the bus stand at a cost of Rs. 31 crore and a new Inter State Bus Terminal at a cost of Rs. 16 crore is taking place, as well as beautification of the Grand Canal with an expenditure of more than Rs. 150 crore.
I am confident that the Botanical Garden to be built at a cost of Rs. 16 crore, will become a center of attraction in Puducherry
Separate buildings for physics, chemistry, Information Technology and food processing will be built at Puducherry University at a cost of Rs 50 crore.
Government of India has already worked to make Puducherry an ideal Union Territory.
More than 90 schemes of the Government of India have been covered under DBT and the Modi government has so far worked to transfer more than Rs. 500 crore to more than six lakh beneficiaries, directly into their bank accounts without any middleman.
During earlier governments, only corruption prevailed here, in the NDA government led by Shri Narendra Modi, Puducherry is known for development and good governance.
Under the guidance of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Shri N. Rangaswamy and under the leadership of Shri A. Namashivayam, this process of development will continue in Puducherry.
Ministry of Jal Shakti
Incentive for Construction of Toilets in New Households under SBM Phase-II
Swachh Bharat Mission  [SBM] was launched on 2nd October, 2014 with the goal to make the rural areas of the country Open Defecation Free  by 2nd October, 2019, the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, by providing access to toilets to all the rural households. All the villages had declared themselves ODF by 2nd October, 2019. Having achieved the ODF status, Phase-II of SBM has been launched with effect from 1st April 2020 for a period of 5 years with the objectives to sustain the ODF status and to make arrangements for solid and liquid waste management  in all villages, i.e. to convert the villages from ODF to ODF Plus, by 2024-25. In SBM Phase-II, provision for incentive for construction of individual household latrines  for any left out household and new households has been kept. SBM is a demand driven scheme, hence no specific targets of construction of Individual Household Latrines  can be set. However, it has been estimated that during the SBM-G Phase-II period, about 30 lakh household will require IHHLs annually.
As SBM is a demand driven programme, no specific year-wise targets of construction of IHHLs could be set. The year-wise details of IHHLs constructed from 2014-15 to 2019-20 under SBM Phase-I, as reported by the States/UTs on the online Integrated Management Information System , are given below:
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Financial Year
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No. of IHHLs constructed
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2014-15
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56,64,911
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2015-16
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1,21,92,316
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2016-17
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2,11,72,522
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2017-18
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2,86,61,777
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2018-19
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2,35,15,140
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2019-20
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1,18,94,031
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Total
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10,31,00,697
This information was given by the Minister of State for Jal Shakti, Shri Prahlad Singh Patel in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
Prime Minister's Office
European High Representative/Vice President  H.E. Josep Borrell Fontelles Calls on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
H.E. Josep Borrell Fontelles, European High Representative/ Vice President  called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today. Mr. Borrell is on a visit to India from Jan 16-18 to attend Raisina Dialogue 2020 where he delivered Valedictory Address yesterday. This is his first visit outside the EU after he took over as HRVP on 01 December 2019.
The Prime Minister extended a warm welcome to HRVP Borrell, congratulated him on assuming the charge of HRVP and conveyed his best wishes for a successful tenure. The Prime Minister also appreciated HRVP’s regular participation in the Raisina Dialogue.
The Prime Minister conveyed that India and the European Union were natural partners and that he was looking forward to a productive India-EU Summit in March 2020. The Prime Minister reiterated India’s commitment to deepen the engagement with the EU particularly in the fields of climate change, and trade and economic relations. The Prime Minister also recalled his earlier interactions with leadership of European Commission and European Council.
HRVP Borrell conveyed that the leadership of the European Union keenly looked forward to hosting the next India-EU Summit in Brussels in the near future. He also dwelt on the shared priorities and commitment of EU and India, which include democracy, multilateralism and rules-based international order.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Integrated Management of Public Distribution System 
Department has launched a new Central Sector scheme namely “Integrated Management of Public Distribution System ” for implementation during 2018-19 and 2019-20. The key objectives of the scheme are to integrate the existing PDS systems/portals of States/UTs with the Central Systems/portals, introduction of National Portability of ration card holders to lift foodgrains from any fair price shop  across the country, and also National level de-duplication of ration cards/beneficiary.
This information was given in a written reply by the Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Shri Danve Raosaheb Dadarao in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Defence
Indian Navy’s tableau for Republic Day Parade 2020 unveiled
The tableau of the Indian Navy, to be showcased at the Republic Day Parade on January 26, 2020 at Rajpath, was unveiled here today.The tableau is in pursuance of the Navy Week theme ‘Indian Navy - Silent, Strong, and Swift’.
The forward part of the tableau showcases the might and fire power of Navy in all three dimensions viz surface, sub-surface and air. This is portrayed through models of state-of-the-art assets like Boeing P8I Long Range Maritime Patrol aircraft with Harpoon missiles, Kolkata class Stealth Destroyer displaying a Brahmos launch and Kalvari Class Submarine launching the Exocet missile.
On the trailer, the tableau showcases the indigenous aircraft carrier Vikrant under construction at Cochin Shipyard Limited, along with its complement of MiG 29K Fighter Aircraft. This not only depicts the strength of the Indian Navy but is representative of the Navy's total commitment to the ‘Make in India’ initiative of the Government.
The benign role of the Navy in terms of safeguarding offshore economic assets as well as rendering Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief  is portrayed through the murals on the sides. These depict flood relief operation undertaken in Maharashtra on Mahalaxml Express  in July2019, escort operations undertaken in Persian Gulf  and defence of our oil platforms by Fast Attack Craft and employment of MARCOS.
Overall, the tableau aims to showcase the Navy as a credible and combat ready military force, which in service of the nation, protects its economic assets and providessuccour to its populace in times of crisis and natural calamities.
The officers who would be leading the Naval contingent as Contingent Commander, Platoon Commanders and the Naval Tableaux during the parade and the Drum Major who would be leading the Indian Naval Band were also introduced during the press preview.
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HON’BLE GOVERNOR OF TAMIL NADU PARTICIPATED IN LIVE STREAMING PROGRAMME OF HON’BLE PRIME MINISTER’s INTERACTION WITH STUDENTS, TEACHERS AND PARENTS ON 5TH EDITION OF ‘PARIKSHA PE CHARCHA’ FROM DELHI, AT RAJ BHAVAN, CHENNAI
Hon’ble Governor of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. R.N. Ravi alongwith students and teachers from Chennai Corporation Schools, Sarvodhaya School, Chetpet, Chennai, Thakkar Baba School, Chennai and Kendriya Vidyalayas , Chennai, participated in live streaming programme of Hon’ble Prime Minister on 5th Edition of ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ today  at Raj Bhavan, Chennai.
Hon’ble Governor accompanied with around 200 students and 20 teachers witnessed the live telecast of the programme. The Hon’ble Prime Minister Thiru.Narendra Modi’s comprehensive interaction with the students appearing for the examinations were inspirational, insightful and motivational for them, make them prepare mentally and physically for their upcoming examinations.
The highlights of the programme were the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s friendly advice to the students,to focus on skill enhancement and knowledge acquisition with focused and dedicated hard work much needed input for one’s self confidence and courage for upcoming challenges. He discussed about judicious use of technology to have optimal output.
Hon’ble Prime Minister highlighted the comprehensive, inclusive and exhaustive frame work of National Educational Policy - 2020  to which Indian youth can compete and conquer the global changes and seize the opportunities. He also emphasised on the relevance of nature and environment in development and our responsibilities in its preservation for attaining sustainable development.
He emphasised on the necessity of the ‘P-3 Movement” ie.,Pro Planet People. He added that their pivot role in the Nation’s Amrit Kaal. He also emphasised the crucial responsibilities of discharging one’s duty and praised the students for proactive participation against COVID-19 vaccination.
In the conclusion of the programme, Hon’ble Governor interacted with the students and motivated them to believe in themselves, to strengthen their self confidence, to judicially utilise their precious time accompanied with hard work, to work on concentration power, to fearlessly face the examinations without any stress.
He greeted the students with best wishes for their endeavours. Following this, the students and the teachers were hosted with lunch and tour to Raj Bhavan, Chennai.
Thiru. Anandrao V.Patil, Principal Secretary to Governor, higher officials from Press Information Bureau , Chennai, Thiru T. Rukmani, Offg. Deputy Commissioner, KV Regional Office and officials of Raj Bhavan were also present in the programme.
This is stated in a Press Release issued by Raj Bhavan, Chennai
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